TRAINING PROCESS
Theoretical Training
EASA ATPL Theoretical Training at Blue Wings Aviation: The ATPL (Airline Transport Pilot License) theoretical training under EASA regulations equips aspiring airline pilots with advanced knowledge vital for commercial airline operations. Subjects Covered: 1. Air Law: Comprehensive understanding of aviation regulations and international agreements. 2. Aircraft General Knowledge: In-depth study of systems, instrumentation, and aerodynamics. 3. Flight Planning & Monitoring: Detailed planning, fuel management, and alternate scenarios. 4. Human Performance: Insights into physiological and psychological factors affecting pilots. 5. Meteorology: In-depth study of weather patterns, reports interpretation, and forecasting. 6. Navigation: Techniques for global navigation and advanced navigational systems. 7. Operational Procedures: Protocols for commercial operations, emergencies, and environmental concerns. 8. Principles of Flight: Advanced aerodynamics, flight mechanics, and aircraft performance. 9. VFR and IFR Communications: Communication protocols for varied flight conditions. 10. Mass and Balance: Calculations for large aircraft. 11. Performance: High-speed aerodynamics and jet engine functionalities. 12. General Navigation: Techniques for worldwide navigation. 13. Radio Navigation: Advanced radio navigation equipment and systems.
Flight Training
EASA Frozen ATPL Flight Training Hours Breakdown at Blue Wings Aviation: 1. Single-Engine Flight Hours: - Total Hours: 130 - Basic Maneuvers & General Handling: 70 hours - Solo Flights (including takeoffs, landings, and cross-country): 45 hours - Night Flight (if not done separately): 15 hours 2. Multi-Engine Piston (MEP) Training: - Total Hours: 15 - General Handling & Familiarization: 5 hours - Engine-out Procedures & Advanced Maneuvers: 10 hours 3. Instrument Rating (IR) Training: - Total Hours: 40 - Basic Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) Procedures: 15 hours - Advanced IFR Procedures & Simulated Instrument Flights: 25 hours 4. Cross-Country Flights: - Total Hours: 20 - Short Cross-Country Flights: 10 hours - Long Cross-Country Flights (incl. at least one 300nm flight): 10 hours 5. Night Qualification: - Total Hours: 5 - If not covered in the single-engine hours. Total Flight Hours for Frozen ATPL: 210 hours (this slightly exceeds the typical 200-hour requirement to ensure comprehensive training).
Assessment and Certification:
Assessment and Certification for Frozen ATPL at Blue Wings Aviation: The process of achieving a Frozen ATPL entails not only rigorous flight training but also a structured assessment and certification process to ensure that the pilot meets the high standards set by EASA regulations. Here's a concise outline of this process: 1. Theoretical Exams: Before obtaining a Frozen ATPL, students must pass all 13 EASA ATPL theoretical exams. These exams test students on various subjects ranging from navigation and meteorology to air law and aircraft systems. 2. Flight Training Assessment: Throughout the flight training, students undergo continuous assessments, including: - Progress checks during different phases of the training. - Solo flight assessments to gauge independent flying capabilities. - Instrument proficiency checks. - Multi-engine proficiency checks. 3. Final Flight Test: Towards the end of the training, the student will undergo a final flight test with a certified EASA examiner. This test assesses the student's ability to operate an aircraft safely under various conditions and scenarios, both normal and emergency. 4. Medical Certificate: An integral part of the certification is the Class 1 Medical Certificate, ensuring that the pilot is physically and mentally fit for airline operations. 5. Logging Flight Hours: For a Frozen ATPL, students must log the required flight hours, as mandated by EASA. This includes single-engine, multi-engine, night, and instrument flight hours. 6. Issuance of Frozen ATPL: Once all requirements, both theoretical and practical, are met and verified, Blue Wings Aviation will issue a Frozen ATPL. This license signifies that the pilot has passed all theoretical ATPL exams but has yet to accumulate the flight hours required to 'unfreeze' the ATPL.
